Author E.L. Jameshas released the names of the actors who’ve agreed to star in the cinematic rendition of 2012’s best-selling novel, 50 Shades of Grey. Drum roll, please…

Sons of Anarchy star Charlie Hunnam will play the impassioned billionaire, Christian Grey. At his side (and in his bed…), Ben and Katestar Dakota Johnson will play Christian’s love interest, Anastasia Steele.

I am delighted to let you know that the lovely Dakota Johnson has agreed to be our Anastasia in the film adaptation of Fifty Shades of Grey.

Director Sam Taylor-Johnson and screenwriter Kelly Marcel are working together to create an unforgettable film, matching the novel’s wildly popular success. The film adaptation of 50 Shades of Grey is currently in pre-production, but it is scheduled for release on August 1, 2014.